Pestmaster: A Sustainable Leader in Modern Pest Management

Established in 1979 in Bishop, California, Pestmaster has grown into a recognized force in the pest control industry. Now headquartered in Reno, Nevada, the company has expanded its reach to 23 states and Washington, D.C., backed by over four decades of operational expertise in Integrated Pest Management (IPM).

Pestmaster offers a wide spectrum of services that target insects, rodents, wildlife, birds, and unwanted vegetation. Its core offerings are organized into three major service lines: general pest control, vector and health-related pest management, and vegetation control. These solutions are tailored to fit the unique needs of homeowners, businesses, and government agencies.

What sets Pestmaster apart is its dedication to environmentally responsible pest solutions. Utilizing innovative IPM techniques, the company focuses on minimizing environmental impact while effectively managing pest issues. This approach has earned Pestmaster a reputation for reliability, safety, and ecological awareness in a traditionally chemical-heavy industry.

Training

Pestmaster provides comprehensive training to ensure franchisees are prepared to operate effectively within the system. The training programs offered by the franchisor include the following:

1. Initial Training Program: This is mandatory and must be completed within 90 days of signing the agreement and before opening the franchised business. It includes a self-paced remote module and an on-site training at Pestmaster’s headquarters in Reno, NV, or another designated location. Up to two attendees are covered at no cost, but franchisees are responsible for their own travel and lodging expenses.
2. Additional Training Attendees: Franchisees can send more than two people to the Initial Training Program if space allows, but each extra attendee incurs a $500 training fee. Failure to complete the training to the franchisor’s satisfaction is considered a default under the franchise agreement.
3. Ongoing and Required Training: Pestmaster reserves the right to require franchisees, owners, or managers to attend further training throughout the term of the agreement. These sessions are scheduled at the franchisor’s discretion, and all travel-related and attendance costs are borne by the franchisee.

Territory Protection

Pestmaster provides its franchisees with a designated territory that includes approximately 250,000 people, outlined using specific zip codes and geographic boundaries.

Franchisees are expected to concentrate their marketing efforts and service delivery within this assigned territory. They are not permitted to market or perform services outside this area without the franchisor’s prior written approval.

However, the territory granted is not exclusive. Pestmaster retains the right to operate or authorize others to operate businesses using the Pestmaster system, or a similar one, both within and outside the franchisee’s territory under different brand names.